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D2 visa holders face corporate tax, employee obligations, and startup-specific deadlines. We keep you on track while you build.
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Company formation steps
Empresa na Hora, Balcao do Empreendedor, commercial registry — the process has many steps and specific document requirements.
Corporate tax obligations
IRC corporate tax, IVA, employee social security contributions, and withholding tax — each on different schedules.
D2 visa renewal
Business plan progress, financial statements, and proof of economic activity — D2 renewal has stricter requirements.
Key deadlines for entrepreneurs
- ●IRC corporate tax filing
- ●Monthly IVA payments (if applicable)
- ●Employee social security contributions (monthly)
- ●D2 visa renewal
Guides you'll need
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Last reviewed: April 10, 2026
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